((Specifier leave this line)) SBBC Design & Material Standards, January 01, 2010 Edition, rev. 04-22-10 RW)
SECTION 09900 (09 91 00)
PAINTING
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Surface preparation.
B. Field application of primers, paints, stains, and other coatings for exterior and interior items and surfaces.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Paint exposed surfaces, except where these Specifications indicate that the surface or material is not to be painted or is to remain natural. If an item or a surface is not specifically mentioned, paint the item or surface the same as similar adjacent materials or surfaces. If a color of finish is not indicated, Project Consultant will select from standard colors and finishes available.
1. Painting includes field painting of exposed bare and covered pipes and ducts (including color coding), hangers, exposed steel and iron supports, and surfaces of mechanical and electrical equipment that do not have a factory-applied final finish.
2. Surface preparation, priming, and finish coats specified in this Section are in addition to shop priming and surface treatment specified in other Sections.
B. Do not paint prefinished items, concealed surfaces, finished metal surfaces, operating parts, and labels.
1. Prefinished items include the following factory-finished components:
(a) Architectural woodwork.
(b) Acoustical wall panels.
(c) Toilet enclosures.
(d) Metal lockers.
(e) Prefinished folding or accordion walls.
(f) Elevator entrance doors and frames.
(g) Elevator equipment.
(h) Finished mechanical and electrical equipment.
(i) Light fixtures.
2. Concealed surfaces include walls or ceilings in the following generally inaccessible spaces:
(a) Foundation spaces.
(b) Furred areas.
(c) Ceiling plenums.
(d) Utility tunnels.
(e) Pipe spaces.
(f) Duct shafts.
(g) Elevator shafts.
3. Finished metal surfaces include the following:
(a) Anodized aluminum.
(b) Stainless steel.
(c) Chromium plate.
(d) Copper and copper alloys.
(e) Bronze and brass.
4. Operating parts include moving parts of operating equipment and the following:
(a) Valve and damper operators.
(b) Linkages.
(c) Sensing devices.
(d) Motor and fan shafts.
5. Labels: Do not paint over UL, FMG, or other code-required labels or equipment name, identification, performance rating, or nomenclature plates.
C. Alternates: Refer to Division 1 Section "Alternates" for description of Work in this Section affected by alternates.
1.3 REFERENCES
A. American Society for Materials and Testing (ASTM).
1. D16-Terminology for Paint, Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications.
2. D3960-Determining Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Content of Paints and Related Coatings.
3. D4262-pH of Chemically Cleaned or Etched Concrete Surfaces.
4. D4263-Indicating Moisture in Concrete by the Plastic Sheet Method.
B. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
C. Factory Mutual Global (FMG).
D. NACE International the Corrosion Society.
E. GREENGUARD Product Emission Standard for Children & Schools.
F. Green Seal Standard GS-03, Anti-corrosive paints, Second Edition, January 7, 1997.
G. Green Seal Standard GS-11, Paints First Edition, May 20, 1993.
H. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): NFPA 30-Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code.
I. Painting and Decorating Contractors Association (PDCA) P4-Responsibility for Inspection and Acceptance of Surfaces Prior to Painting and Decorating.
J. Society of Protective Coatings (SSPC) SP6-Commercial Abrasion Blast.
K. Standard Practice for The Testing Of Volatile Organic Emissions from Various Sources Using Small-Scale Environmental Chambers, including 2004 Addenda. California Department of Health Services.Steel Structures Painting Council.
L. Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL).
1.4 DEFINITIONS
A. General: Standard coating terms defined in ASTM D16 apply to this Section.
1. Flat: Lusterless or matte finish with a gloss range below 15 when measured at an 85 degree meter.
2. Eggshell: Low-sheen finish with a gloss range between 20 and 35 when measured at a 60 degree meter.
3. Semi-gloss: Medium-sheen finish with a gloss range between 35 and 70 when measured at a 60 degree meter.
4. Full gloss: High-sheen finish with a gloss range more than 70 when measured at a 60 degree meter.
1.5 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each paint system indicated. Include block fillers and primers.
1. Material List: An inclusive list of required coating materials. Indicate each material and cross-reference specific coating, finish system, and application. Identify each material by manufacturer's catalog number and general classification.
2. Manufacturer's Information: Manufacturer's technical information, including label analysis and instructions for handling, storing, and applying each coating material.
3. Low Emitting Materials:
(a) Submit manufacturer’s Material Safety Data Sheet Indicating VOC limits of all products.
(b) Submit manufacturer’s for all products that comply with GREENGUARD Product Emission Standard for Children & Schools.
(c) Submit manufacturer’s certification for all architectural paint, coating, and primer products applied to interior walls and ceilings that comply with the Green Seal Certification standard GS-11, Paints First Edition, May 20, 1993.
(d) Submit manufacturer’s certification for all anti-corrosive and anti-rust paint products applied to interior metal ferrous surfaces that comply with the Green Seal Standard GS-03, Second Edition, January 7, 1997.
B. Samples for Verification: For each color and material to be applied, with texture to simulate actual conditions, on representative Samples of the actual substrate.
1. Provide stepped Samples, defining each separate coat, including block fillers and primers. Use representative colors when preparing Samples for review. Resubmit until required sheen, color, and texture are achieved.
2. Provide a list of materials and applications for each coat of each Sample. Label each Sample for location and application.
3. Submit Samples on the following substrates for Architect's review of color and texture only:
(a) Concrete: 4 inch square samples for each color and finish.
(b) Concrete Unit Masonry: 4 by 8-inch samples of masonry, with mortar joint in the center, for each finish and color.
(c) Painted Wood: 8 inch square samples for each color and material on hardboard.
(d) Stained or Natural Wood: 4 by 8 inch samples of natural or stained-wood finish on representative wood surfaces.
(e) Ferrous Metal: 3 inch square samples of flat metal and 6-inch long samples of solid metal for each color and finish.
C. Warranty.
1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Applicator Qualifications: Paint applicator shall be licensed in the State of Florida or in Broward County and use state or county journeymen. Provide a legible copy of license and, when applicable a journeyman’s certification attesting to qualification requirements.
1. Certifications: Paint applicator shall provide a certification attesting to having worked on projects similar in scope to this project for a minimum of 5 years. Paint applicator not providing such documentation or not having the required experience will be removed from the project and replaced by the Contractor.
B. Source Limitations: Obtain block fillers and primers for each coating system from the same manufacturer as the finish coats.
C. Benchmark Samples (Mockups): Provide a full-coat benchmark finish sample for each type of coating and substrate required. Comply with procedures specified in PDCA P5. Duplicate finish of approved sample Submittals.
1. Architect will select one room or surface to represent surfaces and conditions for application of each type of coating and substrate.
(a) Wall Surfaces: Provide samples on at least 100 sq. ft.
(b) Small Areas and Items: Project Consultant will designate items or areas required.
2. Apply benchmark samples, according to requirements for the completed Work, after permanent lighting and other environmental services have been activated. Provide required sheen, color, and texture on each surface.
(a) After finishes are accepted, Project Consultant will use the room or surface to evaluate coating systems of a similar nature.
D. Final approval of colors will be from benchmark samples.
E. Conform to ASTM for interpretation of terms used in this Section.
F. Labels: Do not paint over Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL), Factory Mutual (FM) or other code required labels or equipment name, identification, performance rating, or nomenclature plates.
G. Regulatory Requirements: Conform to applicable code for flame/fuel/smoke rating requirements for finishes.
H. Single Source Responsibility: Provide primers, paints, stains and other coatings for exterior and interior items and surfaces by the same manufacturer.
I. Lead Safety: Beginning April 22, 2010, federal law (EPA’s Final Rule 40 CFR Part 745) shall require that contractors and renovators performing renovation, repair, and painting projects that disturb lead based paint in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978 that a child under age 6 visits regularly, to be certified and follow lead-safe work practices to prevent lead contamination. Contractors and renovators must be EPA Certified and projects must comply with the EPA manual “Renovate Right, Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care Providers and Schools”.
1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Deliver materials to Project site in manufacturer's original, unopened packages and containers bearing manufacturer's name and label and the following information:
1. Product name or title of material.
2. Product description (generic classification or binder type).
3. Manufacturer's stock number and date of manufacture.
4. Contents by volume, for pigment and vehicle constituents.
5. Thinning instructions.
6. Application instructions.
7. Color name and number.
8. VOC content.
B. Store materials not in use in tightly covered containers in a well-ventilated area at a minimum ambient temperature of 45 degrees F and a maximum temperature of 90 degrees F. Maintain storage containers in a clean condition, free of foreign materials and residue.
1. Keep storage area neat and orderly. Remove oily rags and waste daily.
C. Container Labeling: Include manufacturer’s name, type of paint, brand name, brand code, coverage, surface preparation, drying time, cleanup, color designation, and instructions for mixing.
D. Store and mix materials in 1 area only.
E. Comply with health and fire regulations. Take precautionary measures to prevent fire hazards and spontaneous combustion.
1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Allow sufficient time for stucco and plaster to moist cure in accordance with Section 09220-Portland Cement Plaster (Stucco). The pH factor and moisture level of all areas to receive primer or paint shall be tested and confirmed.
1. pH factor shall be below 10.
2. Moisture content shall be below 80.
3. Provide a written record of each such test.
4. “Hot” primer shall not be permitted until the pH is below 10.
B. Comply with manufacturer's recommendations as to environmental conditions under which coatings and coating systems can be applied.
C. Do not do any painting if the relative humidity exceeds 90 percent.
D. Do not apply finish in areas where dust is being generated.
E. Cover or otherwise protect finished work of other trades and surfaces not being painted concurrently or not to be painted.
F. Do not apply paint in snow, rain, fog, or mist; or when relative humidity exceeds 85 percent; or at temperatures less than 5 degrees F above the dew point; or to damp or wet surfaces.
1. Painting may continue during inclement weather if surfaces and areas to be painted are enclosed and heated within temperature limits specified by manufacturer during application and drying periods.
G. Provide continuous ventilation to maintain surface and ambient temperatures 24 hours before, during and 48 hours after painting.
H. Provide lighting levels of 50 foot candles at mid-height at substrate surface.
1.9 WARRANTY
A. Provide a written guarantee, co-signed jointly and severalty by the Contractor, painting subcontractor, and materials manufacturers, against cracking, peeling flaking, chalking and mildew on interior surfaces, and additionally against erosion and unreasonable fading or exterior surfaces, for 6 years; agreeing to repair and repaint surfaces affected by such defects, at no cost to the Owner, including necessary removal or protection of other work, without limit, within 30 days after notification by the Owner, and to perform such work based on the provisions of this section, including extension of the guarantee to cover new work.
1.10 EXTRA STOCK
A. Provide “Home Store” data (where painter purchased the paints used on the project) include all paint records and the following Home Store information:
1. Name.
2. Address.
3. Telephone number.
4. Store manager name.
5. List of paints purchased by name and type.
B. Provide a 1 gallon container of each color and surface texture of respective finish paints used on the project.
C. Label each container with color, texture and room locations, in addition to the manufacturer’s label.
D. Deliver and store extra stock at the time of substantial completion.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. The Florida School Plant Management Association’s Certified Products List shall serve as a minimum guideline.
B. Subject to compliance with the specified requirements, provide products by one of the following manufacturers:
1. Benjamin Moore & Co.
2. Coronado Paint Co.
3. Duron, Inc.
4. ICI Paint Stores, Inc.
5. MAB Paints.
6. PPG Architectural Finishes, Inc.
7. (Basis of Design) Sherwin-Williams Company.
2.2 PAINT MATERIALS, GENERAL
A. Material Compatibility: Provide block fillers, primers, and finish-coat materials that are compatible with one another and with the substrates indicated under conditions of service and application, as demonstrated by manufacturer based on testing and field experience.
B. Material Quality: Provide manufacturer's best-quality paint material of the various coating types specified that are factory formulated and recommended by manufacturer for application indicated. Paint-material containers not displaying manufacturer's product identification will not be acceptable.
1. Proprietary Names: Use of manufacturer's proprietary product names to designate colors or materials is not intended to imply that products named are required to be used to the exclusion of equivalent products of other manufacturers.
C. Colors: As selected by Project Consultant from manufacturer's full range.
D. Millage noted below is minimum acceptable dry film thickness per coat application.
E. Toxicity/IEQ: All interior paint and coating products are to comply with the GREENGUARD Product Emission Standard for Children & Schools or any of the following which apply:
1. All architectural paints, coatings, and primers applied to interior walls and ceilings are to comply with the Green Seal Standard GS-11, First Edition, May 20, 1993.